Model 854/856 - Trac Vac Outdoor Lawn Vacuum, …

1 Model 854/856 Operating and Assembly Manual Palmor Products Inc. 5225 Serum Plant Road Thorntown, IN 46071 3/31/2015 SAFETY RULES Remember, any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment. This symbol means Attention!!!!! It is used to point out safety precautions. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before assembly or operation of this equipment. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

2 Keep this manual for future reference and for ordering replacement parts. Read this instruction manual carefully. Become familiar with the controls and proper use of this equipment. Read the engine owners manual and safe operation rules before using this equipment. Never allow children less than 16 years of age to operate the Trac-Vac. Children 16 years and older should operate only under close parental supervision. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instruction. Do not allow passengers to ride on the Trac-Vac or on the towing vehicle.

3 Keep children and pets out of area of operation. Check fuel before starting engine. Do Not fill fuel tank indoors, or while engine is running or hot. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine. Engine and muffler get HOT! Do Not touch! Keep debris from accumulating on or around engine and muffler to avoid fire hazard. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosed area. Never store Trac-Vac with fuel in tank. Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed, except for adjustments. Removal of the part could create a fire hazard.

4 Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of inlet and discharge areas. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these openings. Make certain that all moving parts come to a complete stop before cleaning, repairing or inspection. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting. If Trac-Vac should become clogged with debris, SHUT OFF ALL ENGINES and wait until impeller comes to a complete stop before attempting to remove obstruction. Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.

5 If excessive vibration occurs while operating your Trac-Vac, stop the engine immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire and allow all moving parts to stop completely before taking the following steps. A. Inspect for damage. B. Repair or replace any damaged parts. C. Check for loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation. Check all hardware periodically to insure safe operation. Check cart cover periodically for wear and replace if worn or damaged.

6 Never operate Trac-Vac without intake hose and exhaust hose attached in proper place. Do Not remove exhaust hose or attempt to empty contents of container while engine in running. Keep all shields and guards in place and securely attached. Always wear eye protection (safety glasses or goggles) when operating this equipment. Do Not stand behind unit in exhaust discharge area while engine is running. Do Not operate this equipment while intoxicated or while taking medications that could impair reactions or senses. Operate this equipment at reduced ground speed on rough terrain, along creeks and ditches and on slopes to prevent tipping or loss of control.

7 Vehicle stability and braking are affected by the addition of this unit. Do not fill the Trac-Vac to its full capacity without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the unit attached. Do Not operate on slopes in excess of 10 degrees. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES! Follow the maintenance instructions outlined in this manual. 1 General Instructions Your Model 854/856 Trac-Vac is designed to mount directly to the 3 point attachment on your lawn and garden tractor. A lift kit must be installed before mounting a vacuum attachment on the 3-point draw arms.

8 2 Place side panels on end with decaloutward and about a foot apart attop. Place screen with latch, ( rearscreen), on end between sides withlatch outward and to the to sides with 1/4 x 1/2 screen without latch, (frontscreen), on top of rear screen andbetween sides. Secure to rearscreen with 1/4 x 1/2 bolts. Slipdeflector between sides and frontscreen with tapered end with 1/4 x 1/2 front on sides with flanges onoutside . Start corner bolts in sidesand screen before tightening. Startbolts at top & bottom of side panelsand work your way toward center,with truss head, round, to the cover flat on floor and attach anglesto side panels at rear of cover with angleson the outside of cover.

9 Secure with 1/4 x1/2 bolts. Start at the top and second holefrom the bottom, (latch uses bottom hole),then work towards the center of the truss, (round), head should be to theinside of handle to tailgate on smoothside. Place cover on cart. Make surethe two lower black angle bracketshave been installed on the lower rearof the cart. Fit tailgate to the coverusing the top latch and lower bracketsonly. Place latch on each side of cart withtongue of latch to rear. Attach toside panel and cart with 1/4 x 1/2 connector, (packed in with vac),on outside of front with the lip to theoutside. Attach with 1/4 x 1/2 280 Cart Cover Assembly InstructionsGently move cover to the rear to insurecontact between the tailgate and cover, (along entire contacting surface).

10 Center 1/4 x 1/2 9/32" holes. Attach cover with front on cart. Mark hole locations, andNOTE: Do not tighten any bolts until the end of all hardware. 3 423422201918 Model 856 Trac-Vac Parts List3-31-15 22221131529 282722252630127511810242416176TO TRACTOR212314 9 Drawbar Kit Part No. 10620 31 3234 34 5 Model 856 Trac-Vac Parts List Key Part No. Description Qty. 1 85012 Frame, 856 1 2 18030 Turbine Housing.